What are the responsibilities and job description for the Goga Lab - Assistant Professional Researcher position at University of California - San Francisco?
Open date: January 14, 2025
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Tuesday, Jul 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Goga Lab - Assistant Professional Researcher
Cell & Tissue Biology
UC San Francisco
Contribute to new and ongoing projects focusing on cancer heterogeneity, metabolism, immunology, and metastasis. Provide training and technical support to the research group of post-docs and scientists, as well as collect and analyze data and assist in preparing presentations and manuscripts, and grant applications. Identify important questions and discover new pathways for cancer mechanisms and therapies, including writing proposals to support new areas of inquiry. Collaborate with other lab members to support lab management efforts including: prepare and update research protocols for review and approval.
Required Qualifications:
- PhD (or its equivalent) required in genetics, cancer biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or relevant field and postdoctoral experience following completion of the PhD (or its equivalent), utilizing techniques or methods in cancer biology, metabolism, and genetics;
- Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and safety;
- General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact productively with lab and campus personnel;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and work under deadlines with general guidance;
- Excellent organizational and planning skills to accurately complete detailed work; and
- Team player.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with animal models of cancer will be highly valued and preferred
- Experience with studies of metastasis will be highly valued and preferred
- Experience with studies of metabolism will be highly valued and preferred
- Experience with studies of immune therapies will be highly valued and preferred
See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $90,200-$117,900.
Please apply online at: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05441 with a cover letter, CV, statement of research, and contact information for three references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
Statement of Research
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement
(Optional)Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3 required (contact information only)
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
* "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH
* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Salary : $90,200 - $117,900
